The Son of a Thousand Men

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The Son of a Thousand Men

2025

2h 7m

Drama

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In a small village, a lonely fisherman yearning for a son is drawn to an ethereal light that links him to others and their long-buried secrets.

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John Serba

Decider

Jan 5

The film is at times quite beautiful, but the interwoven drama and overlapping character arcs are leached of subtlety and humor.

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Dave Golder

Radio Times

Dec 24

4/5

This beguiling Brazilian drama offers a twist on the fairy tale format, as a reclusive fisherman's simple wishes expose the dark secrets of his fellow villagers.

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Jose Solís

Common Sense Media

Nov 25

3/5

There's something quietly touching about this ensemble, especially in how the actors give depth and soul to material that can feel more like a collection of whimsical ideas than a fully shaped story.

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Carla F

@Carlota Jul 6

Omg amazing movie 🍿 the landscape is also so beautiful

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Itse K

@itsekukin Apr 12

What a gorgeous film. Stunning cinematography and the plot itself is well worth the length. I would definitely recommend this to the outcasts and the weirdos. I don't want to spoil anything, but wow.

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Ember G

@Gumisember Jan 28

Truly exceptional cinematography and adaptation.

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Fabinho G

@Fabinhogui Jan 25

Poucas vezes vi algo com tamanha delicadeza e sensibilidade artística. Jamais serei novamente quem eu era antes de assistir a essa obra-prima.

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boudewijnkorsmit T

@boudewijnkorsmit Jan 18

This stylish film is like a parable. With beautiful photography and understated acting, love and tolerance are brought to life. A breath of fresh air in a world where everything is grotesque and megalomaniac. While you may have to adjust to the slow pace of the story, you are rewarded with a beautiful conclusion.

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Jacqueline G

@Gem1234 Jan 12

I’ll remember this film for the rest of my life…

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Daniel Rezende

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Rodrigo Santoro

Crisótomo

Johnny Massaro

Antonino

Miguel Martines

Camilo

Rebeca Jamir

Isaura

Grace Passô

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Synopsis

In a small village, a lonely fisherman yearning for a son is drawn to an ethereal light that links him to others and their long-buried secrets.

Director: Daniel Rezende
Screenwriter: Valter Hugo Mãe, Duda Casoni
Distributor: Netflix
Production Co: Barry Company
Genre: Drama
Original Language: Brazilian Portuguese
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 19, 2025
Runtime: 2h 7m